Iran trade sanctions hit Dubai port

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In a bid to curb Tehran's nuclear ambitions, tough new sanctions are being imposed on Iran.

That means the trade in many goods is banned and there are strict curbs on the banks.

In Dubai's port area, the renewed clampdown by the US on trade with Iran is hurting many legitimate, local businesses.

Ben Thompson reports from Dubai

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